Salary and Position
* Salary range $144,058.00 - $146,831.00 pa (plus superannuation and leave loading)
* Permanent Full Time Position
* Coffs Harbour Location
About Us
Legal Aid NSW delivers accessible legal services across criminal, family and civil law. We provide advice, court representation, and family dispute resolution through 28 offices and phone-based support, helping people navigate the legal system with confidence and fairness.
About The Role
Provide legal advice and representation to clients of Legal Aid NSW, including complex casework services, in accordance with Legal Aid NSW policies and guidelines in order to contribute to the implementation of Legal Aid NSW's mission to deliver high quality legal services to our clients and to assist them to resolve their legal problems. Supervise and lead junior legal staff in achieving this aim.
About You
You are an experienced criminal law solicitor who is committed to delivering high‐quality legal services to vulnerable clients. You bring strong skills in providing legal advice, representation and complex casework, and you apply Legal Aid NSW policies, legislation and guidelines consistently in your daily practice.
You confidently manage a busy criminal law workload while maintaining accurate records, preparing high‐quality documentation and using electronic case management systems effectively. You stay up to date with legal developments and maintain a strong commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
You are a supportive colleague and mentor who can guide junior solicitors on legal practice, litigation and court procedures. Where required, you supervise staff, monitor performance, and ensure services meet Legal Aid NSW standards. You also prioritise the wellbeing of your team by managing workloads and reducing exposure to vicarious trauma and psychological risks.
You exercise sound judgement when determining legal aid applications under delegation and contribute to policy development, law reform and broader organisational initiatives. You value collaboration, uphold high professional standards and are committed to Legal Aid NSW's mission to provide fair, accessible and client‐centred legal services.
Why You Should Join Legal Aid NSW!
We are committed to diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and genuinely inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone who works and interacts with us. We strive to be a place where people from diverse backgrounds want to work, where voices and cultures are valued and where people feel valued, welcomed, respected and heard.
We want a workforce that reflects our clients, so we can deliver a service that meets the needs of the community. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
We acknowledge, support and accommodate the diverse access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities.
For application support (including accessing information or require the application in an alternate format) or recruitment adjustments please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au or 02 9134 9347.
To learn more about Recruitment and Workplace Adjustments please visit Adjustments for individual needs | I Work for NSW.
Other Benefits Of Working With Us
* You will have access to training, development and mentoring opportunities.
* We are an accredited Flex Ready and Carers and Employers certified employer and are recognised as leaders in flexible work. Most of our staff work flexibly — for example, from home some of the time or in a way that helps them balance family and work life.
* Find out more at Working at Legal Aid NSW.
You Must
The essential requirements for this role
* be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
* be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us
* be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
* hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies)
How To Apply
You must submit your application online. Applications received late or by email, will not be accepted. Please make sure your application is complete, and that you have answered all questions before submitting.
Your Application Must Include
* your resume (no more than 5 pages)
* cover letter (no more than 2 pages). In your cover letter, please address the below two Targeted Questions:
* Target Question 1 - Describe a time when you managed complex or high‐volume criminal law matters. How did you ensure high‐quality work and sound decision‐making?
* Target Question 2 - This role involves mentoring and supporting junior solicitors. Provide an example of how you have guided or assisted a colleague, including how you helped them manage workload or wellbeing pressures.
We may use this recruitment to create a talent pool for similar ongoing or temporary vacancies we have over the next 18 months.
Do you need help to apply?
If you have questions about the role, you can reach out to Lachlan Jackson-Porter.
If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact Legal Aid NSW Aboriginal Services Branch to arrange a confidential conversation about any questions you may have.
Closing Date: Sunday 29/03/2026 at 11.59pm
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